Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2026 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 19 safety recalls on file for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53, across 5 model years (2019–2023). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2019, with 3 complaints
2019: 3201932020: 1202012021: 1202112022: 0202202023: 120231

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No AMG GT53 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2019 AMG GT53: 3 complaints, 8 recalls
  2. 2023 AMG GT53: 1 complaint, 5 recalls
  3. 2021 AMG GT53: 1 complaint, 8 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System220
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Power Train110
Service Brakes110
Wheels110

All Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2023 AMG GT5315—Fuel/propulsion System
2022 AMG GT5306——
2021 AMG GT5318—Electrical System
2020 AMG GT5317—Electrical System
2019 AMG GT5338—Exterior Lighting

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Frequently asked questions

Which Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (3), 2023 (1), 2021 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53?

Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 have?

19 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.